Cybersecurity Specialist IAT III Advanced

Five Stones Research Corporation
Redstone Arsenal, United States of America
2 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Working hours
Regular working hours
Languages
English

Job location

Redstone Arsenal, United States of America

Tech stack

Audit Trail
Computer Security
Information Systems
Computer Networks
McAfee VirusScan
ArcSight SIEM Tool
Security Information and Event Management
Software Vulnerability Management
Tenable Nessus
Splunk
Vulnerability Analysis

Job description

  • Identify and assess cybersecurity vulnerabilities using automated scanning tools (i.e., ACAS, ESS, Tanium, ArcSight) and manual methods; coordinate mitigation activities.
  • Review vulnerability scan results, audit logs, & Security Technical Implementation Guide (STIG) checklists.
  • Utilize Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) tools to review and analyze security logs.
  • Gather, develop, and update artifacts to facilitate system Accreditation and Authorization (A&A) processes.
  • Manage the Information Assurance Vulnerability Management (IAVM) program for Department of Defense (DoD) Information Systems, ensuring timely remediation of identified risks.
  • Manage Plan of Action and Milestone (POA&M's) in eMASS.
  • Oversee the 2-letter Incident Response Program, including drafting incident response policies and delivering annual training to organizational personnel.
  • Monitor and interpret Cyber Tasking Orders (CTOs) and other cybersecurity directives from the DoD Information Network (DODIN), ensuring compliance and appropriate action.
  • Develop, review, and edit Statements of Work (SOWs) in support of cybersecurity and IT initiatives.
  • Identify customer requirements and translate them into actionable project plans, including schedule development, milestone tracking, and deadline management.
  • Evaluate and make informed decisions when presented with multiple technical or operational options.
  • Conduct quality control and assurance activities throughout the project lifecycle to ensure compliance with established standards and objectives.
  • Create, refine, and present executive-level briefing materials that clearly communicate complex cybersecurity issues and project status updates to senior leadership.

Requirements

  • Education: Master's in STEM / Cyber-related field or equivalent from an accredited institution with 5 Years of Cyber technical experience

  • Acceptable alternative: Bachelor's Degree in other than STEM / Cyber-related field with 8 years DoD cyber technical experience and knowledge demonstrated in missile defense related or other complex, large DoD programs / projects

IAT III Certification prior to accepting position

Must have technical certification or 3 years' experience with McAfee Endpoint Security, Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS), Splunk, and / or experience implementing network / enclave / system security toolsets with experience reviewing technical assessment reports and prioritizing technical corrective actions. Must achieve certification in required tools within 6 months of position acceptance

Benefits & conditions

What We Offer:

  • 401(k) Matching
  • Company Events
  • Dental Insurance
  • Employee Recognition Programs
  • Health Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Paid Time Off
  • Parental Leave
  • Performance Incentives
  • Student Loan Repayment
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Vision Insurance

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

IAT Level III Cert

About the company

Five Stones Research Corporation (5SRC) is seeking energetic candidates to join our established and growing Huntsville-headquartered team.

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